This booklet is a compilation of scenarios which will assist you in making line ball decisions with reference to the touch-line, the touch-in-goal line and the goal-line. The scenarios have been developed by leading referees from both Australia and New Zealand, and confirmed by recent IRB rulings although not exhaustive, these scenarios will provide a framework by which you can make decisions. Thanks to Hugh Carpenter and Peter Marshall for giving of their time for the photo session and also to both Peter and Wayne Erickson for their input into the booklet. Both referees and touch judges will gain benefit from a knowledge of these rulings. You can now be confident when it's a "line ball call".

 

Bruce Cook

National Referee Training Officer